PENNAUTIER CHARDONNAY

Region: Pennautier, Languedoc, Le Sud (Southern France), France

Appellation: Vin de Pays d'Oc, Designation: IGP

Grapes: 100% Chardonnay

Vinification: The vines are located in the North so as to benefit from the shade during hot summers. In this way the fruit retains a suitable acidity and an exceptional quality. The soils are calcareous clay.The grapes are harvested in the early hours of the morning to preserve freshness, are then immediately pressed and separated from the skins, and fermentation is done in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats for around three weeks.

Tasting Notes:

1. Color: Bright golden color.
2. Nose: A powerful nose with aromas of grapefruit, pineapple and lemon zest, with a hint of fresh hazelnuts.
3. Mouth: Very fresh and well-balanced in the mouth.

Food Pairing: Delicious as an aperitif, or with light snacks and hors d’oeuvres. A wine to appreciate in its youth!

Recommended temperature: 8-10°C (46-50°F)

Wine Profile:

Château de Pennautier is a vineyard located in the heart of the AOP Cabardès, a few kilometers from Carcassonne. Its terroir is unique, combining Mediterranean warmth with Atlantic influence and mountain freshness. This allows for the association of Atlantic and Mediterranean grape varieties. The vineyard began its conversion to organic farming in 2019^.

Since 1620, Château de Pennautier has been at the heart of the history of Languedoc wines, with 12 generations succeeding one another in the production of exceptional wines. Nicolas de Lorgeril and his wife, Miren de Saint Chamas, have grown the company since 1987, which now owns 6 estates with 250 hectares of vines. These vineyards represent the most beautiful terroirs of Languedoc and Roussillon. Respect for the terroir and the environment is fundamental to the family's work, with estates that operate under organic and integrated farming methods. The company seeks authenticity, with patience and humility, to express the terroirs and their grape varieties.